2006 Chevrolet Spark vs. 2006 Rover 45
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Spark and 2006 Rover 45 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 45 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. (65 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Rover 45 weights approximately 158 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Spark is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Chevrolet Spark. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Rover 45, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Rover 45 (160 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Spark | 2006 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
| Model | Spark | 45 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
